Marketing Coordinator

Elmhurst University

United States, Illinois, Elmhurst

190 South Prospect Avenue (Show on map)

Nov 10, 2025

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Posting Number	S00675P
Position Status	Non-Exempt
Reporting Relationship(s)	Marketing and Creative Services Manager
Supervisory Relationships
Job Summary	The Marketing Coordinator provides critical administrative support to the Office of Marketing and Communications ( OMC) through the timely and accurate completion of administrative tasks. Within the highly collaborative OMC team, the Coordinator also helps facilitate projects specific to the Office of Admission. Time management, attention to detail, a collaborative disposition, and creativity are all key to success in this position.
Salary Range	$20-$22. This is the expected hourly range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on a candidate's experience and education, and departmental budget.
Essential Functions	Serves as the office's front desk point of contact, providing customer service to external constituencies and administrative support to OMC staff. Answers the phone, manages correspondence, and maintains office records with exceptional attention to detail. Processes timely payment of invoices and assists with budget management. Assists with editorial and proofing support for the office, informed by the University's brand standards and editorial guidelines. Serves as the primary liaison between the OMC design and strategy team and the Office of Admission. Facilitates timelines and objectives for OMC projects with the Office of Admission. Assists as needed with web-related activities, including but not limited to Wufoo event forms, blog leads, SEO, website events, news stories, homepage listings, directory pages and web support requests. Assists with meeting and presentation preparation and day-of support during Board of Trustee meetings.
Other Duties and Responsibilities	May serve as secondary supervisor for student interns and workers. Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Supports the University's mission, vision and values. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	One to two years of related experience. Developing project management skills. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to communicate and build relationships with a wide range of on- and off-campus constituents. Ability to work both independently and as a contributing team member.
Preferred Qualifications	Bachelor's Degree in marketing, communications or related field. Familiarity with project management tools. Experience working with analytical tools a plus.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements	The essential functions of this position are primarily performed in an indoor setting with limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is often sedentary in nature and requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods. Required abilities include speaking and hearing for in-person and virtual communication, using close and distance vision when reading documents or viewing screens, and performing tasks with repetitive fine motor skills. Work may require occasional lifting, bending, carrying, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 15 pounds. Qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations will be considered.
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Posting Date	11/10/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here . Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends a liberal arts education and professional preparation to help students acquire knowledge and skills for enduring success. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University ranks among the top 10 best regional colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report. Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University's mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.